In a move aimed at addressing the increasing strain on the state’s shelter system, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, a Democrat, has declared a state of emergency and is urging the federal government to take immediate action. Governor Healey is specifically requesting the Biden administration to expedite work authorizations for immigrants and allocate additional funding to…

As the scorching August heat blankets the region, seeking refuge along the picturesque Massachusetts coastline seems like an idyllic way to beat the heat and restore the spirit. However, this year, an unwelcome visitor lurks beneath the glistening waves, threatening to cast a shadow over the remaining days of summer enjoyment. The convergence of elevated…

In a stunning turn of events, Terrence Williams, a former guard for the Boston Celtics, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for masterminding a fraudulent scheme that targeted the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) health care plan. Williams, aged 36, orchestrated a meticulously crafted plan that involved submitting false claims for medical and…

August 7, 2023 Former Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao has been handed a 4-3/4-year prison sentence for aiding and abetting manslaughter in the 2020 killing of George Floyd, a Black man whose life was tragically cut short during a botched arrest. Thao’s involvement in the incident, which saw Floyd’s neck pinned to the ground by…

Worcester, MA – In an electrifying display of athleticism and determination, local boxing sensation Kendrick Ball Jr. emerged triumphant in a gripping showdown at the much-anticipated “Punch-Out at Polar Park” event. The event, which took place at Worcester’s iconic Polar Park, showcased the city’s growing boxing prowess while treating fans to a night of heart-pounding…